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130 Daycare Centers in Virginia Beach, Virginia

Browse all 130 daycare centers in Virginia Beach, Virginia. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Virginia Beach

Ranked using a weighted score that combines Google rating with the number of parent reviews — daycares with more reviews rank higher than those with a high rating but few reviews. Last updated: March 2026.

  1. 1

    3928 Pacific Avenue, Virginia Beach, VA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 95 children

    NOTE: Reviews provided are for a church (Children's House of Galilee), not a daycare center. Reviews praise the congregation, sermons, welcoming atmosphere, and community programs. Parents appreciate the clergy, fellowship opportunities, and family-oriented environment.

    Warm and welcoming communityquality preaching and biblical teachingmultiple service timesextensive programs for all ages
  2. 2

    4449 North Witchduck Road, Virginia Beach, VA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 116 children

    Old Donation Episcopal Church in Virginia Beach receives consistently positive feedback for its welcoming community, historic beauty, and spiritual atmosphere. Parents particularly praise the preschool program for 2-year-olds, noting that teachers and staff are genuine, kind, and caring. Visitors and members alike highlight the warm reception from church leadership and a vibrant, inclusive faith community.

    welcoming and caring staffkind teachersgenuine communityhistoric beautiful building
  3. 3

    5473 Virginia Beach Boulevard, Virginia Beach, VA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 150 children

    Gateway Freewill Baptist Church is a religious facility that receives consistently positive feedback from visitors and families. Parents praise the welcoming atmosphere, friendly staff, and spiritual community. The facility is noted for well-organized events like their Christmas Nativity drive-thru and their commitment to student care and development.

    Welcoming and friendly staffkind and helpful peopleinspiring pastoral leadershipwell-organized events with amenities like hot chocolate
  4. 4
    Enoch Baptist Church
    4.64 score
    4.8(20)

    5685 Herbert Moore Road, Virginia Beach, VA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 100 children

    Note: These reviews are for a religious facility (church), not a daycare center. Reviews praise the welcoming atmosphere, spiritual experience, and Pastor Michael G. Daniels' preaching style and relatability to congregants of all ages.

    Welcoming and friendly congregationstrong sense of community and belongingPastor Daniels' authentic and relatable preaching stylespiritual fulfillment
  5. 5

    1458 Kempsville Road, Virginia Beach, VA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 147 children

    Parents consistently praise Barefoot Kids as an exceptional daycare center with caring, professional staff who treat children like their own. Reviews highlight strong child development, personalized attention to individual needs, outdoor play focus, and a welcoming family atmosphere. Parents report feeling confident and at peace leaving their children in the center's care.

    Warm and nurturing staffpersonalized teaching approachesstrong communication with parentsoutdoor and hands-on play focus
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    4392 Virginia Beach Boulevard, Virginia Beach, VA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 50 children

    Thalia Lynn Baptist Church is highly regarded as a welcoming, community-oriented religious facility with caring staff and strong spiritual leadership. Parents consistently praise the friendly atmosphere, genuine interactions with members, and quality children's programs. The church is described as a warm, family-like environment where visitors feel at home.

    Welcoming and friendly communitycaring and loving staffdetailed biblical teachingstrong children's program
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    245 South Rosemont Road, Virginia Beach, VA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 150 children

    Parents consistently praise the welcoming atmosphere and friendly leadership at this religious facility. Reviews highlight positive experiences with pastoral staff and family-oriented programming. One reviewer noted the basketball court is smaller than a typical YMCA facility.

    Friendly and welcoming pastorsstrong sense of communitychildcare services availableyouth bible studies offered
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    5343 Virginia Beach Boulevard, Virginia Beach, VA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 360 children

    This is a Catholic parish church, not a daycare facility. Reviews praise the welcoming community, quality religious education programs, engaged clergy, and well-organized services. Parishioners highlight the church's active role in the community and its traditional yet modern approach to worship.

    Welcoming atmosphereorganized catechism/school programsengaged and sincere clergymultiple mass times
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    Toddler Station II
    4.56 score
    4.7(20)

    601 Declaration Road, Virginia Beach, VA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 84 children

    Parents consistently praise Toddler Station II for its caring, welcoming staff and positive developmental outcomes for children of all abilities. Multiple reviewers highlight the center's flexibility, cleanliness, affordability, and strong educational focus, with children showing enthusiasm for attending.

    Caring and warm staffwelcoming environmentindividualized attention and flexibilityclean facility
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    2708 Princess Anne Road, Virginia Beach, VA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 104 children

    Courthouse Community United Methodist Church is a highly welcoming religious facility praised for its inclusive community atmosphere and practical support services. Parents consistently highlight the warm hospitality, strong Christian values, and weekly community programs including pantry pickups and dinners. The facility is noted for helping families in need and creating a home-like environment for visitors and members.

    Welcoming and inclusive environmentstrong Christian communitypractical assistance programs (pantry pickupsdinner services)

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Virginia Beach based on parent reviews

Children'S House Of Galilee

4.9(20)

3928 Pacific Avenue, Virginia Beach, VA

NOTE: Reviews provided are for a church (Children's House of Galilee), not a daycare center. Reviews praise the congregation, sermons, welcoming atmosphere, and community programs. Parents appreciate the clergy, fellowship opportunities, and family-oriented environment.

Warm and welcoming communityquality preaching and biblical teachingmultiple service times

Old Donation Episcopal Church

4.9(20)

4449 North Witchduck Road, Virginia Beach, VA

Old Donation Episcopal Church in Virginia Beach receives consistently positive feedback for its welcoming community, historic beauty, and spiritual atmosphere. Parents particularly praise the preschool program for 2-year-olds, noting that teachers and staff are genuine, kind, and caring. Visitors and members alike highlight the warm reception from church leadership and a vibrant, inclusive faith community.

welcoming and caring staffkind teachersgenuine community

Gateway Freewill Baptist Church

5(12)

5473 Virginia Beach Boulevard, Virginia Beach, VA

Gateway Freewill Baptist Church is a religious facility that receives consistently positive feedback from visitors and families. Parents praise the welcoming atmosphere, friendly staff, and spiritual community. The facility is noted for well-organized events like their Christmas Nativity drive-thru and their commitment to student care and development.

Welcoming and friendly staffkind and helpful peopleinspiring pastoral leadership

Enoch Baptist Church

4.8(20)

5685 Herbert Moore Road, Virginia Beach, VA

Note: These reviews are for a religious facility (church), not a daycare center. Reviews praise the welcoming atmosphere, spiritual experience, and Pastor Michael G. Daniels' preaching style and relatability to congregants of all ages.

Welcoming and friendly congregationstrong sense of community and belongingPastor Daniels' authentic and relatable preaching style

Kempsville Academy INC. T/A Barefoot Kids

4.8(20)

1458 Kempsville Road, Virginia Beach, VA

Parents consistently praise Barefoot Kids as an exceptional daycare center with caring, professional staff who treat children like their own. Reviews highlight strong child development, personalized attention to individual needs, outdoor play focus, and a welcoming family atmosphere. Parents report feeling confident and at peace leaving their children in the center's care.

Warm and nurturing staffpersonalized teaching approachesstrong communication with parents

Thalia Lynn Baptist Church

4.8(20)

4392 Virginia Beach Boulevard, Virginia Beach, VA

Thalia Lynn Baptist Church is highly regarded as a welcoming, community-oriented religious facility with caring staff and strong spiritual leadership. Parents consistently praise the friendly atmosphere, genuine interactions with members, and quality children's programs. The church is described as a warm, family-like environment where visitors feel at home.

Welcoming and friendly communitycaring and loving staffdetailed biblical teaching

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Daycare Centers in Virginia Beach, Virginia

There are 130 daycare centers in Virginia Beach, Virginia. Below you'll find a complete directory to help you compare and choose the right daycare for your child.

When choosing a daycare in Virginia Beach, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

All Daycare Centers in Virginia Beach

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Kiddie Academy Of Virginia Beach
Child Daycare & Preschools

Parents consistently praise Kiddie Academy of Virginia Beach for its caring, professional staff and nurturing environment. Children show strong academic progress and genuine enthusiasm for attending. The facility is noted for cleanliness, security, safety protocols, and transparent communication with parents.

Loving and patient staffstrong academics and learning outcomesengaging activities and curriculum
Address
1644 Upton Drive, Virginia Beach, VA
Phone
(757) 689-2223
Quality
The Goddard School
Child Daycare & Preschools

The Goddard School of Lynnhaven receives exclusively positive reviews from parents. Parents praise the quality of teaching staff, personalized care, cleanliness, and comprehensive programming including STEAM activities and special events. Children reportedly transition smoothly, show strong development, and enjoy attending daily.

Highly trained and caring teachers with education degreeslow teacher turnoverindividualized attention
Address
2572 Virginia Beach Boulevard, Virginia Beach, VA
Phone
(757) 631-2062
Quality
Francis Asbury United Methodist Church
Church Daycare

Francis Asbury United Methodist Church in Virginia Beach is highly regarded by families who have attended for years. Parents praise the welcoming congregation, quality children's and preschool programs, engaging family events, and inspiring pastoral leadership. The facility offers multiple service times and child care options.

welcoming and loving congregationquality preschool programexcellent children's and youth programs
Address
1871 North Great Neck Road, Virginia Beach, VA
Phone
(757) 376-8394
Ivy League Christian Academy
Church Daycare
Address
4413 Wishart Road, Virginia Beach, VA
Phone
(757) 502-4507
Horizons Hampton Roads At Chesapeake Bay Academy
Before or After School Daycare
Address
821 Baker Road, Virginia Beach, VA
Phone
(757) 412-0249 EXT 1
Learn With Me Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools

Learn With Me Academy receives consistently high praise from parents. The facility is known for caring, attentive staff and owner Christine who create a family-like environment and provide strong educational foundations. Parents report their children are happy, well-treated, and engaged in learning.

caring and loving staffdaily updates and pictures providedstrong educational foundation
Address
424 Edwin Drive, Virginia Beach, VA
Phone
(757) 473-9826
Quality
Learn With Me Academy Centerville
Child Daycare & Preschools

Learn with Me Academy Centerville receives consistently high praise from parents, with particular emphasis on the attentive management, caring staff, and safe learning environment. Parents report their children are engaged, progressing well, and well-cared for, with strong communication between staff and families. The facility is noted for its cleanliness and quality activities.

Professional and attentive managementcaring and engaging teacherssafe environment
Address
5705 Lynnhaven Parkway, Suite 101, Virginia Beach, VA
Phone
(757) 473-9826
Quality
Lightbridge Academy Virginia Beach
Child Daycare & Preschools

Lightbridge Academy Virginia Beach receives exclusively positive feedback from parents. Parents praise the caring staff, developmental curriculum, strong security measures, and family-oriented atmosphere. Multiple parents noted they drove significant distances to keep their children enrolled despite relocating.

caring and knowledgeable teachersdevelopmental curriculumstrong security and safety measures (facial recognition
Address
2121 Salem Road, Virginia Beach, VA
Phone
(757) 301-9900
Quality
Camp Gonnawannagoagin
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1537 Laskin Road, Virginia Beach, VA
Phone
(757) 422-2040
Virginia Beach United Methodist Church
Church Daycare

Note: Reviews are for the church facility, not a daycare program. Virginia Beach United Methodist Church receives consistently positive feedback for its welcoming community, well-maintained facilities, and strong commitment to local service and outreach. Visitors and members praise the pastoral leadership, diverse worship options, and numerous programs for children and adults.

Friendly and welcoming communitywell-maintained facilitiesstrong community service programs
Address
212 19th Street, Virginia Beach, VA
Phone
(757) 428-7727

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Frequently asked questions

There are 130 all daycares in Virginia Beach, Virginia. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
When choosing a daycare in Virginia Beach, consider visiting facilities in person and checking:
  • Licensing status with Virginia's regulatory agency
  • Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in Virginia)
  • Safety measures and cleanliness
  • Daily routines and educational curriculum
  • Parent reviews and ratings
  • Location and hours that fit your schedule
Virginia Beach offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 87 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 5 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 37 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 1 facilities
Each type serves different needs — center-based facilities typically offer structured programs, while head start programs are federally funded for low-income families.
Daycare costs in Virginia typically range from $200 to $400 per week for full-time care, depending on the child's age, facility type, and location within the state. Infant care tends to be more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Contact individual facilities in Virginia Beach for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Virginia Beach must be licensed by Virginia's childcare licensing agency. Licensed facilities are required to meet standards for safety, health, staff qualifications, and staff-to-child ratios. You can verify a facility's license status through your state's licensing database.